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Ringling College of Arts and Design Computer Animation 2010 graduate Jennifer Bors was awarded a Gold Student Academy Award from the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences for her senior thesis animation, Departure of Love. Ms. Bors was one of only 13 students from 10 U.S. colleges and universities who received prizes in the 37th Annual Student Academy Awards competition.

Student nominees were hosted in Los Angeles for a week of industry-related activities and social events that concluded with the awards ceremony at the Academy’s Samuel Goldwyn Theater. Over the past 12 years, eleven Ringling alumni have been honored with a Student Academy Award.

Jennifer Bors’ Gold Student Academy Award-winning film - ‘Departure of Love’ - uses silent film tradition to depict a young man discovering his love is leaving on a train. A clip from the film, provided by Ms. Bors, is viewable at http://www.oscars.org/video/watch/37saa_ani_departure-of-love.html.

Ms. Bors said, “This was possibly the best experience of my life. Winning the gold for my animation was huge honor. I met some of the most incredible artist, directors, and writers and the Academy was so generous for all they did for us. The moment it was revealed on stage it all seemed very surreal - It was something I had fantasized about as a kid. Standing in front of those famous movie makers and being applauded for something I've done, but I don't blame any of it on luck. I owe so much to my wonderful friends and family who have influenced me greatly throughout my college career. I've had the pleasure of working with some of the most genuine artists at Ringling, and though I am surprised to have won, it's no surprise who I have to thank for it.”

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